Spikenard oil can be effective for tension, stress, migraine, nervous indigestion and insomnia.

It seems to have rejuvenating qualities especially for the mature skin, and can help with allergies, skin inflammations and rashes.

Spikenard oil was one of the last oils received by Jesus before his arrest. Mary of Bethany anointed Jesus' feet at the Last Supper with a salve of spikenard. Spikenard is referred to in the Bible at least seven times.